Trauma can occur anywhere, at any time, to anyone.

Behind the scenes, our trauma team is preparing for moments no one wants but everyone deserves to be ready for. Because when seconds matter, preparation saves lives.

What is trauma?

  • Trauma is any life-threatening incident, whether accidental or intentional, that results in serious injury.
  • The leading causes of trauma include motor vehicle crashes, falls, and acts of violence such as assaults.
  • Trauma is the leading cause of death for individuals under 44 years of age in the United States.
  • A traumatic injury occurs every four seconds. Within six minutes, one person will die from trauma and another will be permanently disabled.

Nearly 45 million Americans live more than an hour away from a Level I or II trauma center, limiting their access to timely care. Delivering effective trauma care requires a highly coordinated system, including dedicated trauma centers, skilled physicians, and nurses available around the clock to give critically injured patients the best possible chance of survival.

What We Do

TREFF Fresno is dedicated to improving trauma care, prevention, and recovery in Fresno County and throughout California’s Central Valley. Through research, education, community outreach, and advocacy, we work to reduce trauma-related deaths and injuries.

Our trauma specialists provide expert care at Community Regional Medical Center. As the only Level I Trauma Center between Los Angeles and Sacramento, it serves as a critical lifeline for the entire region.

Our Initiatives

  • Innovative Trauma Research We conduct data-driven studies improve patient outcomes and guide injury prevention.
  • Education and Training We offer advanced trauma courses such as ATLS, ASSET, and ATCN to prepare physicians and nurses for high-level trauma care.
  • Public Education and Awareness We support the national Stop the Bleed initiative by providing free, hands-on training that empowers individuals, businesses, and organizations with lifesaving skills.
  • Supporting Trauma Care TREFF Fresno plays a leading role in the Central Valley Regional Trauma System as a key partner of Community Regional Medical Center.

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